Buying a Nikon D40 tomorrow? I've searched a couple of good MR threads on this camera, some dealing more with lense preferences and understand it's largely about buying in to lenses as well, but plan on getting a Nikon D40 tomorrow.
With a good Digital SLR , 18x55mm lense, I have a couple of Zoom 200s from an older Nikon (pre D interface) which I don't believe will be usable, but with 6 megapixel, light weight, mid-entry in to higher end which is not too pricey ~$599 plus a 1Gb memory chip for an amatuer who shoots landscape, people groups, no plans to print, just use for publications and personal, it seems like what I'm interested in. Lack of depth of field view is one minor draw back, but it seems to be pretty intuitive and for harder trips (jungle), etc. I like to portability and light weight for handy on the move use.
I'm looking for any Canon fans (I've checked out the Rebel) or others who could dissuade me from going for it. Thanks to any pros or buffs who'd care to comment with no worries about coming on strongly one way or another. I just though this august group would have some sound, proven advice. Thanks again for any input.
With a good Digital SLR , 18x55mm lense, I have a couple of Zoom 200s from an older Nikon (pre D interface) which I don't believe will be usable, but with 6 megapixel, light weight, mid-entry in to higher end which is not too pricey ~$599 plus a 1Gb memory chip for an amatuer who shoots landscape, people groups, no plans to print, just use for publications and personal, it seems like what I'm interested in. Lack of depth of field view is one minor draw back, but it seems to be pretty intuitive and for harder trips (jungle), etc. I like to portability and light weight for handy on the move use.
I'm looking for any Canon fans (I've checked out the Rebel) or others who could dissuade me from going for it. Thanks to any pros or buffs who'd care to comment with no worries about coming on strongly one way or another. I just though this august group would have some sound, proven advice. Thanks again for any input.